Charles M. Schulz

Charles Monroe Schulz (November 26, 1922 – February 12, 2000) was an American cartoonist best known as the creator of the Peanuts comic strip, which introduced iconic characters such as Charlie Brown and Snoopy. Schulz's work appeared in hundreds of newspapers worldwide for nearly 50 years and had a lasting influence on popular culture through books, television specials, stage adaptations, and merchandise. He received numerous honors for his contributions to cartooning and popular entertainment.